Bradford is set to honour the memory of those who perished in global conflicts during its annual Festival of Remembrance.

The 77th edition of the district’s Festival of Remembrance is scheduled for Sunday, November 5th, at 5 p.m. within the hallowed walls of Bradford Cathedral. The event will be graced by the presence of the Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress of Bradford, alongside other esteemed civic figures. Support will be provided by the City of Bradford Brass Band and the Bradford Cathedral Choir.

Commencing with greetings from the Dean of Bradford and the Lord Mayor, and communal singing, the programme will lead into the solemn Service of Remembrance.

Doors will open at 4:30 p.m., and attendees are kindly requested to be seated by 4:50 p.m. Please be advised that seating is limited, and some views may be partially obstructed by the Cathedral’s pillars. Admission is free, but we kindly ask you to reserve your tickets at http://festival-remembrance.eventbrite.co.uk/

The Lord Mayor of Bradford Cllr Gerry Barker, said: “This is a special event and I hope people will come and join us to remember all those who have lost their lives, been wounded, have suffered or are still suffering in any way, due to past and present conflicts around the world.”